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White jeans are the workhorse of any stylish wardrobe.
When choosing what shoes to wear, treat your white jeans like a blank canvas.
Check out our 10 favorite shoe styles we’re wearing on repeat with our white jeans.
As Carrie Bradshaw once famously said, “I will never be the woman with the perfect hair who can wear white and not spill on it.” If you’re anything like my girlfriends and me, then you probably have a pair of white jeans hanging in your closet waiting for the day that you’ll finally be ready to wear them out in the wild. But sometimes, you’ve got to throw caution to the wind and take a leap with your style.
Wearing white jeans is essentially like slipping into a wearable blank canvas that lets you paint with broad strokes with the rest of your sartorial choices. In my opinion, it’s easiest to base your outfit around your pants and shoes since they anchor every look. So, choosing footwear to pair with white jeans should feel more like a freedom of expression than an daunting challenge.
From suede sandals to candy-colored flip flops, there’s a shoe that will match your white jeans to a T. See ahead for our 10 favorite styles we’re wearing on repeat.
Stappy Slides
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Petra van Bremen in the Netherlands in June 2025.
Embrace the boho spirit of summer and slip into some slide sandals. The rustic tones and relaxed fit of a two-strap perfectly complements the effortless comfort of white jeans.
Mary Janes
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Tamara von Nayhauss in Germany in June 2022.
White jeans always look polished, making them a perfect partner for a pair of fanciful Mary Jane flats. It’s a timeless style that always manages to add that certain je ne sais quoi to every outfit.
Woven Textures
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Laura Noltemeyer in Germany in May 2025.
White jeans may seem simple, but worn with a woven shoe, they take on a textural dimension. It’s the easiest way to add visual intrigue to your look without going overboard.
Lofty Loafers
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Jacqueline Zelwis in Germany in September 2021.
From chunky sizes to open-back mules, there’s a loafer for every sartorial need. With white jeans, a loafer adds a chic finish to white jeans and can serve as a neutral anchor to your outfit.
Retro Sneakers
Sneakers are always a smart choice for those with a busy day ahead of them. While sporty styles go well with athleisure, a retro throwback like a high-top Converse brings a bit of character to white jeans.
Ankle Boots
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Sarah Ellen in Australia in May 2022.
White jeans offer up a sleek look. And you can double down with some white ankle boots. By continuing the line of color, you give yourself a stark monochromatic lower half that pairs nicely with more colorful tops.
Sleek Slingbacks
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Caroline Daur in Paris in February 2024.
If you want to wear a completely white outfit, then a contrasting pair of slingback heels will keep things interesting. Sharp and stylish, there’s a reason this shoe is a failsafe choice for more formal occasions.
Flip Flops
It may come as a surprise, but flip flops are spiking in popularity this summer—especially online. That means it might be time to reconsider the beach style and incorporate them back into your daily attire. Consider flip flops in brighter colors and luxe fabrications to avoid looking too casual.
Open Toe Sandals
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Passerby seen in Copenhagen in August 2024.
The elegant and evolved sister of flip flops is the open-toed sandal. Wear a pair with a low heel and an asymmetrical front toe strap for extra style points.
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